Le Colonial is set to revamp its Lounge area into a Piano Bar, running from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Sunday through Wednesday. Situated in the heart of downtown Delray Beach, this French-Vietnamese restaurant’s Lounge is crafted to mirror the vibrant atmosphere of a chic hotel bar, providing a cozy and exclusive spot for guests. The space is adorned with dim lighting, verdant greenery, and comfortable seating arrangements featuring sofas and armchairs, creating a perfect setting for a romantic evening. Patrons can relish the enchanting smooth jazz tunes while exploring an award-winning selection of cocktails.
The establishment plans to showcase a variety of skilled jazz pianist-vocalists in the near future, bringing the charm of a refined soirée to life and setting an upscale mood. The musical performances are designed to evoke the classic charm of the Casablanca period, blending the beautiful sounds of singing with piano play.
Le Colonial, which was inaugurated over three decades ago by the notable restaurateurs Rick Wahlstedt and Joe King, boasts locations in cities like Chicago, Houston, Atlanta, Delray Beach, and Lake Forest, IL. It has garnered praise from a wide array of critics, celebrities, and influential figures, especially in New York, for its portrayal of the alluring atmosphere and rich tastes of Saigon in the 1920s. Directed by the renowned Vietnamese chef and cookbook author Nicole Routhier and culinary director Hassan Obaye, the restaurant’s culinary team adeptly combines traditional Vietnamese recipes with preferences for contemporary health-conscious diets. Using the finest locally-sourced vegetables, seafood, and meats, they skillfully employ herbs and spices to create dishes that are both authentic to Vietnamese cuisine and appealing to modern palates.
Source: Lifestyle Media
Harlan Kilstein the publisher of this website is a resident of Delray. He has lived in Palm Beach County since 1997, In that time he has explored everything for surfing on private beaches in Delray to walks up and down Atlantic Avenue.
He is known to drop everything at a moment's notice to fish in Delray Lakes, bird watch, goes horseback riding or play pinball at the Delray Pin Ball Museum.
You can find him either sipping a coffee on Atlantic Avenue or drinking a flight of whiskey at Warren's.
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